Segments - High Purity Alumina Market Types (6N HPA, 5N HPA, and 4N HPA), Technology (Hydrochloric Acid Leaching and Hydrolysis), Applications (LED, Phosphor, Sapphire, Semiconductor, and Others), and Regions (Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecasts, 2023-2031
The global high purity alumina market size was USD 3.18 Billion in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 19.32 Billion by 2031 register a substantial CAGR 22.2% during the forecast period, between 2023 to 2031. The growth of the market is attributed to the growing prevalence of LED bulbs over traditional lights.
High purity alumina (HPA) is a premium product that is classified as non-metallurgical alumina and has a minimum purity level of 99.99%. The remaining 10% is kept for the non-metallurgical market for speciality or chemical applications, while almost 90% of alumina is recognised as smelter grade alumina, which is used in the production of aluminium metal.
Alumina, also known as aluminium oxide (Al2O3), is the main raw material used in the manufacturing of metallic aluminium. HPA is used as a base substance in the production of sapphire substrates for usages such as artificial sapphire glass and LEDs. As a premium type of aluminium oxide used in high-tech and industrial niche applications, alumina is primarily utilized as a feedstock in the production of metallic aluminium.
The report on the global high purity alumina market includes an assessment of the market, size, share, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
High Purity Alumina Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Types (6N HPA, 5N HPA, and 4N HPA), Technology (Hydrochloric Acid Leaching and Hydrolysis), and Applications (LED, Phosphor, Sapphire, Semiconductor, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Alcoa Corporation; Ltd; Norsk Hydro ASA; Nippon Light Metal Holdings Company, Ltd; Rio Tinto; RusAL; Polar Sapphire Ltd; Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd; Baikowski Sas; Zibo Honghe Chemical Co., Ltd; Altech Chemicals Ltd; and CHALCO Shandong Advanced Material Co., Ltd |
Based on types, the high purity alumina market is divided into 6N HPA, 5N HPA, and 4N HPA. The 4N HPA segment is projected to hold significant market share due to rising demand for the material and wide applications for electronic displays and LED bulbs. LED bulbs and electronic displays are two of 4N HPA's most popular products and leading businesses in this market are increasing their R&D investment in order to offer product customization based on the needs of the application sectors.
Government assistance combined with lower costs compared to other types of HPA is likely to drive the segment growth. Stringent regulatory rules requiring the use of fewer energy-consuming light sources have influenced the rising demand for the segment type.
On the basis of technology, the market is bifurcated into hydrochloric acid leaching and hydrolysis. The hydrolysis segment is anticipated to account for substantial market share owing to the global increase in demand for basic aluminium. The rising demand for innovative hydrolysis technology presents a crucial factor for the segment growth as this technology also aids in the recovery of acid, which can then be reused and lowering operating costs. Furthermore, it aids in the personalization of HPA products for end-users.
In terms of applications, the high purity alumina market is segmented into LED, phosphor, sapphire, semiconductor, and others. The LED segment is anticipated to register a healthy growth rate during the forecast period due to the increased use of LED-based technology around the world.
LED demand is rising as a result of a growing technological movement away from traditional bulbs and toward more energy-efficient and high-performing LED alternatives. Ongoing research is critical for the growth of LED technology, which is quickly becoming a means of reducing electricity use.
In terms of regions, the market is categorized as Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period owing to easy access to low-cost labor and raw materials for manufacturing. The region's growth can be traced primarily to the increased use of electronics and the widespread adoption of LED lighting.
The expansion of the automotive industry in the region is another key driver of the regional market growth due to rising demand for lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles as well. The presence of established HPA players in the region as well as a rising demand for HPA from the automotive and electronics industries are projected to boost the regional market.
Key players in the global high purity alumina market are Alcoa Corporation; Ltd; Norsk Hydro ASA; Nippon Light Metal Holdings Company, Ltd; Rio Tinto; RusAL; Polar Sapphire Ltd; Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd; Baikowski Sas; Zibo Honghe Chemical Co., Ltd; Altech Chemicals Ltd; and CHALCO Shandong Advanced Material Co., Ltd.
These players have widely engaged in several market development activities including collaborations, agreements, mergers & acquisitions, production capacity expansion, new product launches, and partnerships to increase their market share.